nursing home in Santa Barbara, CA
Channel Islands Post Acute
3880 Via Lucero, Santa Barbara, CA 93110 · (805) 687-6651
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Channel Islands Post Acute at a glance
Channel Islands Post Acute is a 156-bed for-profit nursing home in Santa Barbara, California (Santa Barbara County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the California average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 9, 2025) found 8 health citations. The California average is 15.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 156
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Ensign Group
- Medicare-certified since
- May 25, 2012
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- CMS Certification Number
- 555875
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.10 hrs | 4.52 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.71 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.29 hrs | 2.65 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.23 hrs | 4.09 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 16 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 37 | 105.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $23,986 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 156 | 99 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 144 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 92.4% | 88.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3% | 1.6% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.5% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.1% | 10.2% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 4.4% | 9.8% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.5% | 4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.8% | 7.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.4% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 17.7% | 13.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 18.6% | 10.2% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 13, 2026 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| August 22, 2025 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 9, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 26, 2025 |
| June 20, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 4, 2025 |
| May 9, 2025 Fire safety | Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0352 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 16, 2025 |
| May 9, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 13, 2025 |
| May 9, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2025 |
| May 9, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2025 |
| May 9, 2025 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2025 |
| May 9, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2025 |
| May 9, 2025 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 5, 2025 |
| May 9, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 5, 2025 |
| May 9, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 5, 2025 |
| May 9, 2025 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 5, 2025 |
| May 9, 2025 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 5, 2025 |
| May 9, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 5, 2025 |
| May 9, 2025 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 5, 2025 |
| April 17, 2025 Complaint | Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0624 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 3, 2025 |
| July 18, 2024 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 14, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 14, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 14, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 1, 2024 |
| May 2, 2024 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 1, 2024 |
| September 7, 2023 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 22, 2023 |
| May 27, 2021 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 30, 2021 |
| May 27, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 30, 2021 |
| May 27, 2021 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 30, 2021 |
| May 27, 2021 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 22, 2021 |
| May 27, 2021 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 22, 2021 |
| May 27, 2021 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 22, 2021 |
| May 27, 2021 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 22, 2021 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENSIGN SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/24/2025 |
| LCCH INVESTMENT COMPANY Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2019 |
| OTHMAN, SAMER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/02/2022 |
| YAMAK, NAJIB Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2019 |
| WILLITS, ADAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/24/2019 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/24/2019 |
| CULLIFER, JARED Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| KEETCH, CHAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2011 |
| SATO, AMI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| PORT, BARRY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/02/2025 |
| OTHMAN, SAMER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/02/2022 |
| YAMAK, NAJIB Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2019 |
| FUSION MEDICAL STAFFING LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2019 |
| OTHMAN, SAMER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/02/2022 |
| YAMAK, NAJIB Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Channel Islands Post Acute's rating?
Channel Islands Post Acute has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for California nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Channel Islands Post Acute receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Channel Islands Post Acute accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Channel Islands Post Acute?
It is for profit - corporation and part of The Ensign Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Channel Islands Post Acute and how do I contact it?
Channel Islands Post Acute is at 3880 Via Lucero, Santa Barbara, CA 93110. Phone: (805) 687-6651.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.